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Chapter 12: The OptiFiber Pro HDR OTDR Module
Bi-Directional SmartLoop Tests
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Figure 186. SmartLoop Test Connections for a Bi-Directional Test
APC
APC
Launch
cord
Tail
cord
Fiber link
Optional OTDR
port protector
patch cord*
Connections for
End 1
Connections for
End 2
Launch
cord
Tail
cord
Loopback cord
(Tail Cord for
Fiber A and
Launch Cord for
Fiber B)
Fiber A Fiber B
OTDR Port event
for Fiber B
OTDR Port event
for Fiber A
Fiber A Fiber B
Loopback cord
(Tail Cord for
Fiber B and
Launch Cord for
Fiber A)
End event
for Fiber A
End event
for Fiber B
*Recommended for bi-directional tests to protect the OTDR port from
wear. These cords are available from Fluke Networks.